How to Pronounce "look out for"
expression
ˈɫʊk/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
LUUK-OWT-for
lˈʊk/ /ˈaʊt/ /fˈɔː
LUUK-OWT-faw
Definition
To watch carefully for something or someone, or to take care of someone. It is often used when warning about danger or when you are responsible for someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫʊk/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
lˈʊk/ /ˈaʊt/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LUUK-OWT-for
UK
LUUK-OWT-faw
Listen in Context
Please look out for cars when you cross the street.
I will look out for your bag while you go to the bathroom.
We must look out for each other.
He always looks out for new opportunities at work.